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Issue Date: December 15, 2011
Effective Date: December 29, 2011
Type Approval Holder’s Name: SMS (trading as Cobham Avionics), formerly NEC AERO
Type/Model designation(s): IND201 Radio Altimeter Indicators
Title: Navigation - Radio Altimeter Indicator - Modification
Link to AD
Link to EASA AD webpage
Please check if the AD (Airworthiness Directive) is applicable.
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Issue Date: December 13, 2011
Effective Date: January 17, 2012
Type Approval Holder’s Name: Apical Industries, Inc.
Type/Model designation(s): Emergency Float Kit
Title: Replacement Placards - Apical emergency float kits installed on certain model helicopters under supplemental type certificates
Link to AD
Link to FAA AD webpage
Please check if the AD (Airworthiness Directive) is applicable.
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Austro Control has conducted a survey of all approved Continuing Airworthiness Management Organiations with regard to 2 special points. More...
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Issue Date: October 19, 2011
Effective Date: November 23, 2011
Type Approval Holder’s Name: Sicma Aero Seat
Type/Model designation(s): 88xx, 89xx, 90xx, 91xx, 92xx, 93xx, 95xx and 96xx
Title: Cracks found in Backrest of the seat
Link to AD
Link to FAA AD webpage
Please check if the AD (Airworthiness Directive) is applicable.
This page is only available in German.
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Issue Date: July 15, 2011
Effective Date: August 19, 2011
Type Approval Holder’s Name: B/E Aerospace
Type/Model designation(s): Continious Flow Passenger Oxygen Mask Assembly
Title: Broken Inline Flow Indicators
Link to AD
Link to FAA AD webpage
Please check if the AD (Airworthiness Directive) is applicable.
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Issue Date: July 13, 2011
Effective Date: July 27, 2011
Type Approval Holder’s Name: INTERTECHNIQUE
Type/Model designation(s): Oxygen masks MA10, MC10, MC20, MF10, MF20, MLC20, MLD20, MRA005, MRA022, MRA023
Title: Oxygen – Oxygen Mask Regulator Inflatable Harness – Identification / Replacement
Link to AD
Link to EASA AD webpage
Please check if the AD (Airworthiness Directive) is applicable.
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Issue Date: July 18, 2011
Effective Date: August 1, 2011
Type Approval Holder’s Name: KOITO INDUSTRIES LTD
Type/Model designation(s): Seats and Seating Systems
Title: NOT ADOPTED - EASA DECISION ATTACHED
Back to the list of ADs
Link to AD
Link to EASA Decision
Link to EASA AD webpage
Please check if the AD (Airworthiness Directive) is applicable.
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Current trainig dates |
- Language Proficiency Examiner Training
- Language Proficiency Rater Training
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The pdfs and printed handbooks of Part-M and Part-145 consolidated rules should be of high interest to all Part-M / Part-145 organisations.
Link: http://easa.europa.eu/technical-publications
The printed version can be ordered at low costs.
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Issue Date: June 7, 2011
Effective Date: October 20, 2010
Type Approval Holder’s Name: Rockwell-Collins Inc.
Type/Model designation(s): TDR-94 and TDR-94D Transponders
Title: Navigation Systems - Mode-S Transponder - Modification / Replacement
Link to AD
Link to EASA AD webpage
Please check if the AD (Airworthiness Directive) is applicable.
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Issue Date: June 2, 2011
Effective Date: August 1, 2011
Type Approval Holder’s Name: Koito Industries Ltd.
Type/Model designation(s): Seats and Seating Systems Approved Under Technical Standard Order (TSO) TSO-C39b, TSO-C39c, or TSO-C127a
Title: EASA DECISION - NOT ADOPTED
Link to AD
Link to EASA Decision
Link to FAA AD webpage
Please check if the AD (Airworthiness Directive) is applicable.
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Issue Date: June 2, 2011
Effective Date: June 17, 2011
Type Approval Holder’s Name: L'Hotellier
Type/Model designation(s): Portable Halon 1211 Fire Extinguishers
Title: Fire Extinguisher - Check
Link to AD
Link to FAA AD webpage
Please check if the AD (Airworthiness Directive) is applicable.
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Issue Date: 27 May 2011
Effective Date: June 3, 2011
Type Approval Holder's Name: Chelton Limited
Type/Model designation(s): P/N 21-41 () series Tri-Band ELT antennas
Title: Equipment / Furnishing – Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) Antenna – Modification / Replacement
Link to AD
Link to EASA AD webpage
Please check if the AD (Airworthiness Directive) is applicable.
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Issue Date: 24 May 2011
Effective Date: June 1, 2011
Type Approval Holder's Name: INTERTECHNIQUE
Type/Model designation(s): Oxygen masks MA10, MC10, MC20, MF10, MF20, MLC20, MLD20, MRA005, MRA022, MRA023
Title: Oxygen – Oxygen Mask Regulator Inflatable Harness – Identification / Replacement
Link to AD
Link to EASA AD webpage
Please check if the AD (Airworthiness Directive) is applicable.
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Issue Date: 23 May 2011
Effective Date: June 6, 2011
Type Approval Holder's Name: AERAZUR
Type/Model designation(s): Life Jackets P/N 216200-0, P/N 216203-0, P/N 216204-0
Title: Equipment and Furnishing – Life Jacket Vacuum Bag – Modification
Link to AD
Link to EASA AD webpage
Please check if the AD (Airworthiness Directive) is applicable.
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Issue Date: 20 May 2011
Effective Date: June 3, 2011
Type Approval Holder's Name: AERAZUR
Type/Model designation(s): Life Jackets P/N 216200-0, P/N 216203-0, P/N 216204-0
Title: Equipment and Furnishing – Life Jacket Vacuum Bag – Modification
Link to AD
Link to EASA AD webpage
Please check if the AD (Airworthiness Directive) is applicable.
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Issue Date: 13 May 2011
Effective Date: June 17, 2011
Type Approval Holder’s Name: Cessna Aircraft Company
Type/Model designation(s): 150, 152, 170, 172, 175, 177, 180, 182, 185, 188, 190, 195, 206, 207, 210, T303, 336 und 337
Title: Pilot/Copilot Seat - Identification/Replacement
Link to AD
Link to FAA AD webpage
Please check if the AD (Airworthiness Directive) is applicable.
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Issue Date: 10 May 2011
Effective Date: 24 May 2011
Type Approval Holder’s Name: BRP-Powertrain GmbH & Co. KG
Type/Model designation(s): Rotax 914 series engines
Title: Engine Fuel & Control - Fuel Pressure Regulator - Identification / Replacement
Link to AD
Link to EASA AD webpage
Please check if the AD (Airworthiness Directive) is applicable.
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Issue Date: 15. April 2011
Effective Date: 15. April 2011
Type Approval Holder’s Name: BRP-Powertrain GmbH & Co. KG
Type/Model designation(s): Rotax 912 and 914 series engines
Title: Ignition - Magneto Flywheel Hub Washer - Replacement
Link to AD
Link to EASA AD webpage
Please check if the AD (Airworthiness Directive) is applicable.
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Issue Date: March 14, 2011
Effective Date: May 6, 2011
Type Approval Holder’s Name: Sicma Aero Seat
Title: Passenger seat assemblies
Action: Inspection for cracking of the backrest links according
Sicma Aero Seat Service Bulletin 90-25-012
Link to AD
Link to FAA AD webpage
Please check if the AD (Airworthiness Directive) is applicable.
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National regulations regarding the FEH have been supplemented in accordance with ICAO standards (ICAO Dokument 9832, Circular 318 sowie Circular 323). This Manual Flight Examiners’ Handbook (FEH) replaces the previously published Flight Examiners’ Manual (FEM).
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The licensing regulations for the restricted private pilot licence for ultralight aeroplanes, published by Austro Control according to § 24 ZLPV 2006 for the first time on December 15th, 2010, have now been published in its version 3.0 and can be found on the Austro Control website and in ÖNfL. Further informations are provided by the document and the information letter.
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ICAO Publications regarding Language Proficiency:
http://www.icao.int/icao/en/sales/cat_2009_2010_sup14_en.pdf
http://www.icao.int/
Search: ICAO Doc 9835 – Circular 323 – Circular 318
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New OIL 1/2011 |
Adaption of OPS SPEC acc. ICAO Annex 6 Part I und III
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On December 15th, 2010, new regulations for the restricted private pilot licence for ultralight aeroplanes according to § 24 ZLPV 2006 have been published on the Austro Control website and in ÖNfL. Prior to coming into effect on January 15th, 2011, revisions have been implemented into the training syllabus and the licence regulations. Further information are provided by the information letter and the published documents
(version 2.0, 15.01.2011).
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Issue Date: December 17, 2010
Effective Date: February 9, 2011
Type Approval Holder’s Name: B/E Aerospace
Title: Protective Breathing Equipment (PBE), Part Nummer 119003-11
Action: Inspection and Parts Installation (if required)
Link to AD
Link to FAA AD webpage
Please check if the AD (Airworthiness Directive) is applicable.
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Training courses for obtaining a restricted private pilot licence for ultralight aeroplanes commenced on or after 15-01-2011 shall be performend according to the regulations of this syllabus, with the exception of courses which have commenced before 15-01-2011 and will be completed before 15-11-2012 (see: Licensing regulations for restricted private pilots for ultralight aeroplanes, item 1.3.2).
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This Regulation came into force on the 2nd December 2010. With immediate effect the Unfalluntersuchungsstelle des Bundes - Fachbereich Luftfahrt has to be notified of accidents (art 2 lit 1) and serious incidents (art 2 lit 16). The obligation to inform the ACG – Zentrale Meldestelle persists.
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Registration for theoretical examinations only for 2011 possible |
Due to an unusual amount of applications for the conduct of theoretical pilot examinations no more applications will be accepted for 2010.
For examination appointments for 2011 you may proceed as normal. Preferred dates will be taken as far as possible.
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Das Flight Examiners Handbook ist eine auf Basis des Flight Examiners Manual der JAA erlassene Konkretisierung von Richtlinien und Sicherheitshinweisen sowie nationalen Regelungen für den Bereich Examiner.
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Deletion of the order of the Ministry of Transport concerning motor sailplanes |
The order of the Ministry of Transport of July 31st, 1973, Zl. 36.507/40-I/8-1973 concerning motor sailplanes has become obsolete due to amendments of ZLLV and ZLPV published since it was issued.
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Issue Date: 3. November 2010
Effective Date: 17. November 2010
Type Approval Holder’s Name: Aero Seats and Systems Inc.
Type/Model designation(s): ASI-500 Life Raft Deployment System
STC Number: EASA.IM.R.S.01293 (validation of FAA STC SR09211RC)
Title: Equipment & Furnishings - Life Raft Deployment Handle - Replacement
Link to AD
Link to EASA AD webpage
Please check if the AD (Airworthiness Directive) is applicable.
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Issue Date: 30. September 2010
Effective Date: 14. October 2010
Type Approval Holder’s Name: Rockwell Collins Inc.
Type/Model designation(s): TDR-94 and TDR-94D transponders
Title: Navigation - Mode S Transponder - Modification / Replacement
Link to AD
Link to EASA AD webpage
Please check if the AD (Airworthiness Directive) is applicable.
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Issue Date: 8. September 2010
Effective Date: 22. September 2010
Type Approval Holder’s Name: Dittel Messtechnik GmbH
Type/Model designation(s): FSG 2T VHF/AM Airband Transceivers
Title: Communication - Very High Frequency (VHF/AM) Tranceiver - Modification
Link to AD
Link to EASA AD webpage
Please check if the AD (Airworthiness Directive) is applicable.
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We are pleased to announce an additional date to attend the instruction course as well as the examination to become a language proficiency examiner: 27th of September 2010. The course which takes place on the 11th of October 2010 is already fully booked.
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According to section 4 para 2 Zivilluftfahrt-Meldeverordnung (ZMV) people may voluntarily report safety related issues.
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The instruction course as well as the examination to become a language proficiency examiner cannot only be conducted - as already announced - on the 14th of June and the 23rd of August 2010 but additionally on the 11th of October 2010.
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Renewal of Ratings - NEW |
The amended regulations concerning the renewal of ratings will ocme info force on the 15th of June 2010.
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New telephone number for licensing and examination |
As of March 15th 2010, our staff within division licensing (pilot licenses) and examination is available under the following telephone number: +43(0)51703 - 7002!
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Starting from March 15th 2010 regulations concerning office hours and examination periods will apply for Austro Control GmbH (Civil Aviation Authority) according to section 13 para 5 AVG.
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From the 5th of February 2010 PPL(H)courses according to JAR-FCL 2 at approved training organisations have to based on the PPL(H) syllabus version 2.
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Transport Canada AD No: CF-2009-44
Effective Date: December 31, 2009
Part designation: Honeywell ASCa. Inc Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) Model RESCU 406S
Title: Emergency Locator Transmitter - Potential Failure To Transmit The Required 406MHz Coded Signal
Link Airworthiness Directive
Please check if the Airworthiness Directive is applicable for your ELT.
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Putting "Skylanterns" into circulation is forbidden.
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AD Number: 2009-0251-E, Effective Date: 26. November 2009
Type Approval Holder’s Name: Fire Fighting Enterprises Limited Type/Model designation(s): Portable Halon 1211 Fire Extinguishers
Title: Fire Protection
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New LFA-e-mail-account |
Please use this address for all inquiries and submissions concerning Safety and Quality Management System or the activities of Austro Control GmbH in connection with this topic.
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Technical aviation organisations in Austria |
General information of approved Austrian technical aviation organisations in the field of Part-145, Part M(F) and CAMOs not connected to an AOC, are now listed on the following sub-pages of the Austro Control-webpage:
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Please note that the class- and typerating regulations announced on the 11th of December were amended. The last paragraph is no longer in force.
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EASA Workshop, gleanings |
Gleanings to the EASA Workshop of June 16 and 17, 2009 (Image 1; 2; 3; 4; 5):
OPS:
The EASA System of Air operations
Part OPS (OPS.CAT, OPS.COM, OPS.SPA)
Part OPS (OPS.GEN)
Authority requirements (Part-AR)
Operation requirements (Part-OR)
EASA - List of Acronyms
FCL:
The EASA system
Private licences
Commercial licences
Organisation and authority requirements
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With June 1st, 2009 the e-mail address "fl_info@austrocontrol.at" is no longer available. We kindly ask you to forward your inquiries to the following addresses:
- arc@austrocontrol.at
- acam@austrocontrol.at
- airworthiness@austrocontrol.at
- teo@austrocontrol.at
- ops@austrocontrol.at
- register@austrocontrol.at
For details refer...
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The results from the Part-145 Round Robin 2008 are now available. There were some areas from improvement in the audited paragraphs 145.A.30 (d) and 145.A.65 (a) and (c) identified. The graphs of the results show the overall result for each audit question due to the fact that the same questions were used for all organisations.
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Flight Examiner Manual (FEM) – (A), (H) |
According to Zivilluftfahrtpersonalverordnung 2006 (as amended from time to time) Appendix 1 to JAR-FCL 1.130. and 1.135, Appendix 1 to JAR-FCL 1.170, Appendix 1 to JAR-FCL 1.210, Appendix 1 to JAR-FCL 1.240 and 1.295, Appendix 1 to JAR-FCL 2.130 and 2.135, Appendix 1 to JAR-FCL 2.170, Appendix 1 to JAR-FCL 2.210 and Appendix 1 to JAR-FCL 2.240 and 2.295 Austro Control shall specify the details on safety instructions for practical examinations. Austro Control herewith publishes the Examiner Manual (FEM) version 18 on the authority’s webpage and declares it as mandatory:
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Learning Objectives - ATPL, CPL and IR - (A), (H) |
According to Appendix 1 to JAR-FCL 1.470 and Appendix 1 to JAR-FCL 2.470 Austro Control shall specify the details on the syllabi for ATPL, CPL and IR according to flight safety requirements.
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EASA Workshop June 16th and June 17th, 2009 -
Austria Trend Eventhotel Pyramide
Agenda: OPS (June 16th) and FCL (June 17th) - for details please refer to the attachment
Agenda - Registration Form - Hotellist - Parking
Registration to silvia.gegner@austrocontrol.at
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Dear pilots and operators,
In the future your aircraft could be randomly selected for a ramp check on an airfield by Austrian Aviation Safety Inspectors. This inspection program is a result of the transition from national aviation regulations to the EASA standard (Part M). The program is commonly known as the "fleet survey".
The attached information letter contains further details.
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The implementation of JAR-FCL 2 brings changes concerning instruction, examinations, the revalidation of licences and the keeping of the flight books as well as the flight time records.
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PPL(H) courses according to JAR-FCL 2 can be attended beginning with March 15 2009 at registered facilities. The instruction has to be based on the private helicopter pilot syllabus according to JAR-FCL 2.125.
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The principle parts of the amendment refer to the implementation of JAR-FCL 2 into Austrian Law, the implementation of an EU-wide licence for air-traffic controllers and students. Furthermore ICAO language proficiency requirements for pilots and air-traffic controllers were implemented. The amendment also brings a reduction in the aeromedical data the authority has to be provided with by the Aeromedical Examiners.
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Austro Control GmbH already requested from the JAA the recommendation of the mutual recognition of JAR-FCL 2. After receiving the recommendation Austro Control will publish it on this webpage.
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Aeromedical regulations changed by the amendment of ZLPV 2006 |
The amendment of ZLPV 2006 brings modifications according to the reporting system and implements Requirements for European Class 3 Medical Certification of Air Traffic Controllers. Further information you can find on the webpage of the aeromedical section.
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Information to Part M Revision and ZLLV-Amendment |
The changes to VO (EG) 2042/2003 ("Part-M") are in force with 29.10.2008, the ZLLV-Novelle if in force with 28.10.2008.
The possibility of an temporary deviation according to M.A.201(i) and Art. 14 (4) of VO (EG) 216/2008 is no longer possible.
In General, it is now possible to use an additional one year part M implementation time in General Aviation. Details please refer to.
VO (EG) 2042/2003 - ZLLV-Novelle
Due to the significant number of questions regarding the implementation of part M for General Aviation, Austro Control has planned to offer Information- workshops within the region of Austria. If you are interested to organize such an workshop, please contact renate.hoffmann@austrocontrol.at.
Info on dates:
| 03.04.2009 (16:00 Uhr) | Zell am See / Flugplatz |
| 15.04.2009 (17:00 Uhr) | Innsbruck / Flughafen |
| 20.04.2009 (18:00 Uhr) | Salzburg / Motorpool |
| 22.04.2009 (18:00 Uhr) | Graz / Landessportzentrum, Jahngasse 3 |
| 27.04.2009 (17:00 Uhr) | Hohenems / Flugplatz |
More detailed Information’s for Part M New and the required transfer of documents please see:
- LTH 53
- Presentation of Part-M NEW
- Matrix of Part-M until 28.9.2009
- FAQ
- Link to Part-M, german, in the valid version
- Link to Part-M on the EASA Website
- AMC to Part-M (Annex I of Decision 2008/013/R) includes PILOT-OWNER MAINTENANCE-Tables
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This syllabus regulates the instruction for obtaining the private pilot license (PPL) (§ 23 ZLPV 2006) according to the specifications of JAR-FCL 1 Subpart C as well as the concurrent aquirement of a class-rating for a single engined piston airplane with a single pilot.
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Revised skill test forms |
Following skill test forms have been revised:
Contents of the ATPL/ type rating/ skill test and proficiency check on multi-pilot aeroplanes
Contents of the class/ type rating/ training/ skill test and proficiency check on single-engine and multi-engine single-pilot aeroplanes
Revalidation of SEP
Those have to be used for examinations as of January 1, 2009.
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Transition period for training according to ZLPV extended |
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Expired ratings like class ratings (SEP, SET, MEP), instrument ratings and inactive type ratings (SPA, MPA) can be renewed in compliance with specifications determined by Austro Control.
The requirements to comply with are oriented on one side by the technical requirements that are associated with the ratings, on the other side by the period of time that passed since expiration of the rating.
Training courses are exclusively held by FTOs oder TRTOs.
These rules are applicable as of January 1, 2009.
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Here you find Austro Control's announcement regarding the class- and typerating lists for aeroplanes as well as the summary when a difference training or a familiarisation becomes necessary.
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The syllabus regulates the instruction for obtaining the private pilot’s license (PPL) (article 23 ZLPV 2006) according to the requirements of JAR-FCL 1 Subpart C as well as the concurrent aquirement of a class rating for single engine airplanes with one pilot.
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EASA Regional Workshop Vienna |
EASA Workshop November 19th, 2008 -
Austria Trend Eventhotel Pyramide
Agenda: "Certificates of airworthiness (CofA), Restricted CofA and Permit to Fly" and "Third Country Operators"
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With the upcoming legal validity of the amendment 2008 of the ZLPV 2006, amongst others the legal basis for issuing Medicals for Air Traffic Controllers will change. The existing requirements will be replaced by the “Requirements for European Class 3 Medical Certification of Air Traffic Controllers“ released by the Eurocontrol from 08.02.2006.
The objective release will be renewed by the time of actual validity of the quoted amendment.
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Information for Implementation of JAR-FCL 2 |
In Austria the JAR-FCL 2 in the version 6 for helicopter pilots becomes effective in the period autumn-winter 2008-2009 (only in German). More...
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Austro Control is organizing hosts examiner refresher courses in limited number of dates. (only in German) More...
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EASA Workshop November 19th, 2008 -
Austria Trend Eventhotel Pyramide
Agenda: "Certificates of airworthiness (CofA), Restricted CofA and Permit to Fly" and "Third Country Operators"
Agenda - Registration Form - Hotellist
Registration to silvia.wiedersich@austrocontrol.at
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Important Information regarding Skylanterns |
For information regarding the launch of so-called "Skylanterns" please contact Austro Control Department LSA (+43 5 1703 7033).
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Evaluating the announcement of a training for airworthiness review staff on all AOC holders CAMO we will now open this training to all interested parties. (only in German) More...
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Operators intending to use a STD for Training and Checking must apply for an Approval for that purpose by using the attached fom.
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The LTH 2A regulate the 406MHz ELT introduction as well as the "old" TSO C91 ELT discontinuation.
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All Austrian CAMOs have been audited on the modules for technical publications, ADs and Mandatory Service Bulletins. The result is as follows. More...
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EU-OPS: Update of Annex III |
The appendix III of the regulation (EEC) No. 1899/2006 has been changed by the regulation (EEC) No. 8/2008 and amended to the regulations of the JAR OPS 1 (Amendment 9 to 12). That means that aviation enterprises operating fixed-wing aircraft have to fulfill the requirements regulated in appendix III till 16 July 2008.
The current text of the appendix III can be downloaded under Rules & Regulations.
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AMC material to the related Agency Decisions
The Agency Decisions 2007/001/R, 2007/002/R and 2007/003/R reflect the necessary fuel tank safety training for personnel in Part 145 organisations or CAMO's. It is sufficient for the level 1 training (awareness training) to be conducted until end of march 2008 and the level 2 training (detailed training) to be conducted until end of 2010. This training is necessary for aircraft with more than 30 passengers or with more then 3402kg payload.
More details see on the attached letter from EASA
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The new ZMV (Appendix) is now available and will enter into force on the December 1, 2007.
For further information please consult the German Version.
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LTH 17B |
The new Airworthiness Advisory Circular LTH 17B and the attachments are now available and in force.
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LTH 43A |
The new Airworthiness Advisory Circular LTH 43A and its attachments are now published and in force.
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LTH 48 - Wooden Aircraft Special Inspection Programm |
The new Airworthiness Advisory Circular LTH 48 and the attachments are now available and will enter into force on the January 1, 2008.
For any questions, please contact andreas.winkler@austrocontrol.at
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Permit to fly |
"Starting on 29 March 2007, EASA is responsible for the approval of the flight conditions on the basis of which a permit to fly can be issued by the Competent Authority of the Member State of Registry, or of the Member State prescribing the identification marks. [...]"
For more information see http://www.easa.eu.int/home/c_permittofly.html
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ACG statement regarding A-NPA 14-2006 "A concept for better regulation in General Aviation" |
Comment Form A-NPA 14-2006_annex_1610
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Implementation of th EC2042/2003 "Fleet Survey" |
One the fundamental responsabilities of the EU civil avaition authorities is the supervision of the airworthiness of registered airplanes. Hence, Austro Control has to introduce a new audit based aircraft sample program beginning with 2006 - the Fleet Survey. This sample program will cover detailed inspections during maintenance visits, ramp checks and in-flight surveys.
http://www.easa.eu.int/doc/Regulation/reg_2042_2003_PartM.pdf